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About Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, developed in Nova Scotia, Canada, is a medium sporting breed created to lure and retrieve waterfowl, prized for its intelligent, eager, and high energy nature. Compact and athletic at about 17-21 inches and 35-50 pounds, it has a dense, water repellent double coat in rich red to orange often with white markings and a foxlike look. Tollers need vigorous daily exercise and plenty of mental stimulation, excel at retrieving and swimming, and respond well to consistent, positive training; they can be vocal when excited. Grooming is moderate, weekly brushing with extra care during heavy seasonal shedding, along with routine ear checks (especially for swimmers), dental care, and nail trims; they shed a lot and are not hypoallergenic. Common health considerations include hip problems, hereditary eye issues, immune related conditions, and ear infections.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are known for: Tolling, Patient, Adaptable, Birdy, Outgoing.
- Tolling
- Patient
- Adaptable
- Birdy
- Outgoing
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, Addison's disease, collie eye anomaly, immune mediated rheumatic disease
When researching Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.